SEMH Teacher - Manchester

Justteachers Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher for a specialist SEMH school in Manchester. You will support pupils aged 4-16 with social, emotional and mental health needs, delivering safe, inclusive lessons in a nurturing environment.

You will work with Teaching Assistants and staff to maintain structure, build strong relationships, and champion the school ethos to help every pupil thrive.

Qualifications

• QTS and experience in school settings.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism, or related needs.
• Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations.
• Commitment to pupils' emotional well-being and development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, inclusive SEMH lessons designed to meet the needs of pupils with SEMH challenges.
• Collaborate with Teaching Assistants and staff to maintain a calm, supportive, and structured learning environment.
• Build trusting relationships with pupils and understand their emotional needs, triggers, and motivators.
• Promote the school's ethos and contribute to a safe, nurturing and inclusive atmosphere.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Relationship building

Behaviour management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

About the role:

We are seeking a dedicated SEMH Teacher to support pupils within a forward-thinking specialist SEMH school in Manchester.

Join a highly committed team in a nurturing environment that supports children aged 4-16 with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs.

Your role will focus on creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering learning space where every pupil feels understood, supported, and able to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging, inclusive lessons designed to meet the needs of pupils with a variety of SEMH challenges.

Work closely with Teaching Assistants and wider staff to maintain a calm, supportive, and structured learning environment.

Build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, taking time to understand their emotional needs, triggers, and motivators.

Champion the school's ethos and contribute to a safe, nurturing, and inclusive atmosphere where every young person feels valued and supported.

Pre-requisites:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

Proven experience working with children in a school or similar educational environment.

Strong background in supporting pupils with SEMH needs, as well as those with Autism and other additional learning or behavioural needs.

Ability to remain calm, patient, and grounded when responding to challenging behaviours or emotionally heightened situations.

A genuine commitment to promoting children's emotional well-being, learning progress, and overall development.